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Paspébiac, QC

Quebec

Paspébiac is a small town in Quebec with a population of 3,033. Residents earn $61,200 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,033 Population 83/sq mi density
$61,200 Median Income $41,400 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$508 Median Rent 7.1% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$61,200 median income, 13.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $508/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,200
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $508
56% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.9%
286% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.3%
23% higher than US avg

How Paspébiac Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,033
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,200
Per Capita$41,400
Unemployment13.9%
Poverty15.3%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$508
Ownership71.6%
Housing Units1,410
Rent Burden7.1%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation151 ft (46 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+23.9%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Paspébiac a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paspébiac receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Paspébiac has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paspébiac is $61,200, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paspébiac is $174,000, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $508 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Paspébiac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow.

Paspébiac has a population of 3,033 with a density of 83 people per square mile, spread across 36.7 square miles. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (99.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 5% of residents, while 93.9% speak Spanish.

Population

3,033
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
36.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Paspébiac vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 5.0%
94% below US avg
Spanish 93.9%
601% above US avg
Other Languages 1.2%

Social Characteristics

Paspébiac vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paspébiac is $61,200, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,400. The average weekly wage is $796, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 13.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 94 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Paspébiac vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,200
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,400
Avg Weekly Wage$796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.9%
286% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.3%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)94

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Paspébiac is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $508 (56% below the national average of $1,163). 71.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,410 total housing units in the city. 7.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$508
56% below US avg
Rent Burden7.1%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.6%
Owner-Occupied71.6%
Renter-Occupied28.4%
Housing Units1,410

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Paspébiac receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Paspébiac vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Paspébiac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.9°F
30% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Area36.7 sq mi (95.0 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates48.0291°N, 65.2488°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above US avg
Snowfall 20.7"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.7 on Jul 8, 2022.

Mar 28, 1994 56 km ESE of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Canada M3.6 113 km
Mar 30, 2012 44 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.4 98 km
Jul 20, 2007 28 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.2 117 km
Jan 2, 2013 75 km W of Miramichi, Canada M3.0 146 km
Aug 21, 2015 63 km SW of Bathurst, Canada M3.0 117 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 123 km
Jul 10, 2014 73 km ENE of Hamlin, Maine M2.8 148 km
Jan 19, 2015 62 km WSW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 115 km
Aug 2, 2010 18 km NNW of Bathurst, Canada M2.8 47 km
Mar 7, 2008 32 km S of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 144 km
Jan 25, 2015 82 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 149 km
Jul 8, 2022 49 km WNW of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 117 km
Nov 30, 2013 61 km S of Campbellton, Canada M2.7 116 km
Nov 29, 2013 81 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.5 149 km
May 29, 2017 83 km W of Miramichi, Canada M2.5 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Juan (2003).

Year Name Category Closest
2003 Juan Category 1 251 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 3.1 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.1 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
June 56°F (14°C) 4.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 62°F (16°C) 4.6 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 4.7 in Wettest
November 32°F (0°C) 4.3 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 4.1 in

Paspébiac has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 11°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.4").

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7.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 79% below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.9% use public transit.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+23.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area36.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home14.5%

Schools in Paspébiac

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Paspébiac Versatile School - - - -
Centre d'éducation aux adultes - - - -
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Radio Stations near Paspébiac

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHNC-FM 107.1 New Carlisle, 99.1 Carleton, 99.3 Gaspe, 98.1 Chandler, 107.3 Perce, 106.7 Riviere-au-Renaud, QC - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Paspébiac

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée acadien du Québec à Bonaventure
Site historique national de Paspébiac
Village Historique Acadien

Libraries in Paspébiac

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque Françoise-Bujold0.0

Cafes in Paspébiac

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Clinics in Paspébiac

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clinique Médicale Pasbéiac

Gas Stations in Paspébiac

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Petro Canada

Banks in Paspébiac

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banque Laurentienne

Shopping Malls in Paspébiac

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Plaza Paspebiac

Ski Resorts Near Paspébiac

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station touristique Pin-Rouge 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Paspébiac

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bathurst AirportZBFMedium Airport
Bonaventure AirportYVBMedium Airport
Du Rocher-Percé (Pabok) Airport-Small Airport
Pokemouche Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Paspébiac

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Notre-Dame de Paspébiac
Hope Baptist Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Paspébiac

What is the population of Paspébiac?

Paspébiac has a population of 3,033 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 36.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48.2% male.

Is Paspébiac expensive to live in?

The median household income is $61,200, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $508 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Paspébiac safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Paspébiac receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Paspébiac?

Paspébiac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches, with 20.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Paspébiac?

The job market in Paspébiac faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $796. There are 94 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 14.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Paspébiac?

The median home value in Paspébiac is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $508. The homeownership rate is 71.6%.

How are the schools in Paspébiac?

7.2% of adults in Paspébiac hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Paspébiac?

The average commute in Paspébiac is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.5% of workers drive alone to work, 2.9% use public transit, and 14.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Paspébiac?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Paspébiac is 99.8% White. 5% of residents speak only English at home, while 93.9% speak Spanish.

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